Filing for Bankruptcy can be a tough decision. Sometimes, it can feel like you’re alone and that you are the only one that’s experiencing financial hardships. This is simply not the case. Bankruptcy is a way to “start over” when you are in financial crisis and your debts becoming overwhelming. In fact, many people and even major companies have fallen victim to overwhelming debt. Four months into 2019, there have been reports that over 19 major retailers have filed for bankruptcy. Some of these retailers include: Beauty Brands, Gymboree, Charlotte Russe, and Payless Shoes. So, what does the bankruptcy process look like?

Well, there are many different types of bankruptcies that can be filed, depending on your household income, expenses, assets, debts, number of dependents and so on. The most common bankruptcies for individuals are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. As per the Bankruptcy Abuse and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA), consumers who file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy are required to complete a Bankruptcy Credit Counseling course with an approved non-profit counseling agency. Consumers must complete this mandatory counseling prior to filing their bankruptcy. Once after you have completed the credit counseling course and have determined that bankruptcy is your only viable option for relief from financial hardship, you can prepare and file the bankruptcy petition. This is the step, where most people decide to seek legal help. The forms can be complex, and they can be difficult to navigate through if you are not familiar with State exemptions and ways to protect your assets.

Then, after you file bankruptcy, you are required to attend a mandatory bankruptcy hearing to appear before the bankruptcy trustee – this can be a daunting and intimidating process. Let one of our experienced attorneys at Dodge & Vega, PLC help you to determine your rights under the Bankruptcy law and walk you through the bankruptcy process. If you have any questions regarding bankruptcy or have questions to determine if bankruptcy is right for you, our office offers FREE 30-minute consultations with an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Give us a call at (480) 656-8333 and let us know how we can help you improve your financial situation.

Or Contact our office online for your free Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy consultation to find out if you can qualify for bankruptcy and/or what other alternatives are available to you if bankruptcy is not for you.

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Understanding your rights and what you are entitled too, Ben Dodge is known as a serious litigator. There are two types of attorneys, those that sit behind a desk and push paper and those who actually hit the court room in the real world and get things done. Ben is a litigator who thrives in the court room. He once said: “It is one thing to tell your clients you are a good lawyer, it is an entirely different thing to be willing to prove it to them while they watch you do your work in front of them, in front of a jury watching your every move, in front of a judge, and your peers who are lawyers on the other side if your case. I love the opportunity to go to court and put my money where my mouth is. In my experience most lawyers are either afraid of the court room or not good at it and belong behind a desk or both.” -Ben Dodge

Bankruptcies happen because life happens. Don’t let false shame or fear keep you chained down to your debts. There are many options out there to begin to free yourself of unmanagable financial burdens. We are here to help. We understand the feelings, the false guilt and shame, and of course the rewarding sense of moving on and starting over.

Bankruptcy is a federal issue managed by some state rules and policies. We are here to guide you through them. Ben Dodge always offers a complimentary in person consultation to all clients. For those who live out of state or are otherwise busy with work, etc. Ben will do a complimentary phone consultation as well. Typically the consultations are scheduled from 30-60 minutes depending on the severity of the case. You can expect to get answers to questions, clarity, information, and reassurance of your personal, family, or business debt issues. In your free consultation you can generally expect to discuss such topics as:

What your debt issues are really about.

Whether or not you have any chance of qualifying for a bankruptcy.

How chapter 7 or chapter 13 bankruptcy works and which one would be the best fit for you.

Your specific case details, debt documents, lawsuits, and any other creditor collection and other evidence you provide for his review.

The applicable local, state, and federal laws underlying your case.

Your rights, obligations, and any potential liability.

The process, procedure (in and out of court), and the time frame required to conclude your case.

You can call Arizona Lawyer Ben Dodge of Dodge & Vega, PLC at 1.480.656.8333. Mr. Dodge’s staff is standing and ready to accept your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every single day of the year. Someone from our office will personally return your call within 24 hours to schedule an appointment with Mr. Dodge or one o his associate attorneys. There is never an obligation past a complimentary consultation with Mr. Dodge. His passion is in relentless representation and his entire office stands ready to serve with kindness, compassion, and patience. We strive to make a legal experience with our firm one of the most outstanding customer service experiences you will ever have and to do so without you having to go broke! Lawyers can be incredible and affordable. Let us show you how.

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